Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (the largest balloon convention in the world) has been the biggest annual event in the Duke City since 1972. Each year 750 balloonist from around the world gather in early October for this nine day event which brings as many as 100,000 spectators daily. The first Balloon Fiesta, a celebration [...]

The New Mexico State Fair – Expo New Mexico

This is the last week to visit the State Fair. For more information, visit the Expo New Mexico site.

Rio Grande Botanic Garden

The Rio Grande Botanic Garden is located at 2601 Central just west of Rio Grande. Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for seniors and children under 12. The admission to the Botanic Garden also covers admission to the aquarium. Winter hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm daily. The Rio Grande Botanic Garden is a wonderful [...]

Albuquerque Isotopes

Albuquerque’s baseball team is the Isotopes, a AAA affiliate of the Florida Marlins. The stadium, remodeled in 2003, is located at the corner of Cesar Chavez and University. Attending a game is a great way to spend an afternoon or evening. I am not the biggest fan of baseball, but I enjoy watching a game, [...]

Zoo Music and Summer Nights

I have not yet been to Zoo Music, but I am planning a trip later in the summer, so I will have more information and pictures after my trip. Here is the schedule for 2008. Zoo Music (Fridays at the Zoo) 6/06 The Red Stick Ramblers – Cajun Swing 6/13 Indigo Girls – Folk Rock [...]

Tingley Beach – Free Fishing

Saturday, June 7th, 2008 is free fishing day at Tingley Beach! Fish from sunrise to sunset, whether or not you have a fishing license.

Dog Parks

Albuquerque is home to many dog lovers, such as myself. There are many off-leash facilities around the city, which are listed below. Dog Parks are a great way for both dogs and people to socialize and exercise. I have two dogs, only one of which enjoys the dog parks. When I take her she is [...]

Tingley Beach

Tingley Beach is located on Tingley Dr. just south of Central Ave. In 1930, the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy began diverting water from the Rio Grande and called this place Conservancy Beach. Later, it was renamed after Clyde Tingley (Albuquerque Politician, health care advocate and the 11th governor of New Mexico). In 1950 the ponds [...]

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